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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pothen, Anesthesiologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Jerrin Pothen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pothen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pothen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pothen’s office at (973) 450-2000.
Where did Dr. Pothen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions
What languages does Dr. Pothen speak?
Dr. Pothen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pothen typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pothen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Pothen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pothen typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pothen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Pothen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Pothen accept my insurance?
Dr. Pothen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 450-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pothen accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Pothen in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Pothen's office located?
What is Dr. Pothen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pothen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912168899.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pothen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pothen
What is Dr. Jerrin Pothen's specialty?
Dr. Pothen is a Anesthesiologist near Phoenix, AZ.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Jerrin Pothen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pothen is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Jerrin Pothen accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Jerrin Pothen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jerrin Pothen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pothen's office at (973) 450-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jerrin Pothen?
Please contact Dr. Pothen's office at (973) 450-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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